Reynaldo Corrales
Covina
Summary
Diligent RN with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Charge Nurse
Los Angeles Community Hospital/ Alta Hospitals
08.2018 - Current
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Performed emergency response procedures, including CPR and airway management, to stabilize patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Promise Hospital
05.2005 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse DOU
Kindred Hospital Ontario
10.2009 - 10.2011
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kaiser Permanante
02.2002 - 06.2009
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Garfield Medical Center
02.2002 - 05.2005
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dr Carlos S. Landing College
Manila, Philippines03-1993
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and charting
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Chronic disease management
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Patient counseling
- Staff supervision
- Personal care needs
- Patient relations
- Chest pain management
- Treatment Planning
- Emergency procedures
- Data collection
- HIPAA education
- Emergency care
- Administering immunizations
- Emotional intelligence
- Health screening
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Medical recordkeeping
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Case management
- Geriatric nursing
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Mobility assistance
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awaren
- Palliative care awareness
- Medical records management
- Managing deadlines
- Preventive health
- Family advocacy
- Seizure management
- Feeding assistance
- At-risk patient care
- Medical evaluation
- Appointment scheduling
Accomplishments
July 2022 Employee of the Month
July 2022 Employee of the Month
Hospital Administration selected me as an Employee of the Month due to my dedication for work and advocacy for going above and beyond for our patients.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Charge Nurse
Los Angeles Community Hospital/ Alta Hospitals
08.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse DOU
Kindred Hospital Ontario
10.2009 - 10.2011
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Promise Hospital
05.2005 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kaiser Permanante
02.2002 - 06.2009
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Garfield Medical Center
02.2002 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dr Carlos S. Landing College
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